Section 06 — Programs

Strategic Programs

Enterprise Acceleration Program

Objective: Support startups and scale-ups with tailored tools, networks, and capital to thrive in competitive markets.

Components:

  • Business incubation and acceleration hubs
  • Blended finance models (grants, equity, debt)
  • Mentorship from seasoned entrepreneurs
  • Export readiness and market access facilitation

How to Participate: Apply through PSDCC portal during open calls, join regional hubs or sector-specific cohorts.

Youth & Women Enterprise Initiative

Objective: Empower youth and women-led enterprises by addressing systemic barriers and promoting inclusive innovation.

Components:

  • Training in business development and digital skills
  • Access to micro-grants and revolving funds
  • Peer mentorship and leadership development
  • Gender-responsive policy advocacy

How to Participate: Register via inclusive enterprise portal, join regional bootcamps and cooperative networks.

Sectoral Clusters & Value Chains Program

Objective: Strengthen production-to-market linkages by organizing enterprises into sectoral clusters and integrated value chains.

Components:

  • Cluster mapping and cooperative formation
  • Shared infrastructure and logistics support
  • Technical assistance in quality standards
  • Linkages to anchor firms and export markets

How to Participate: Join sectoral clusters via PSDCC registry, participate in development workshops.

Diaspora Investment Platform

Objective: Mobilize diaspora capital, expertise, and networks to support local enterprise development and national transformation.

Components:

  • Investment matchmaking and co-financing
  • Diaspora enterprise funds and impact bonds
  • Knowledge exchange and mentorship programs
  • Innovation challenges and sectoral forums

How to Participate: Register as diaspora investor or mentor, submit enterprise proposals for co-financing.

Leadership & Governance Academy

Objective: Build institutional capacity through structured learning, ethical leadership development, and governance innovation.

Components:

  • Executive training in strategic planning and MEL
  • Ethics and integrity workshops
  • Governance toolkits and board development
  • Certification programs and peer learning

How to Participate: Enroll in academy programs via learning portal, nominate leaders for certification.